During the sacred Karthik month, devotees throng South India’s famous Lord Shiva temples to seek blessings. Prominent shrines include Rameswaram, Brihadeeswarar, Kapaleeshwarar Temple in Tamil Nadu. Srikalahasteeswara and Srisailam Temples in AP, and Chidambaram Nataraja Temple in TM. However, these divine abodes radiate spiritual energy.
Ravi Teja’s “Mass Jathara” faces intense box-office pressure as it releases on October 31, clashing with “Baahubali: The Epic,” the re-edited re-release of Rajamouli’s blockbuster. With “Baahubali” generating massive hype and record advance bookings, trade analysts predict it could significantly dent Mass Jathara’s opening collections and au...
Superstar Mahesh Babu, currently vacationing at Joali Maldives, shared a stunning photo of himself climbing from the ocean onto a deck, keeping his “SSMB29” look hidden. Fans flooded social media with excitement, chanting “Jai Babu!” The SS Rajamouli-directed globetrotting adventure is in progress, with the film’s much-awaited first look expected in two weeks.
After six years, Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are meeting today in Busan during the APEC summit amid heightened trade frictions and global economic unease. The talks aim to mend a frayed truce, with Washington seeking a “substantial framework” as China weighs delaying rare-earth export curbs and resuming US soybean purchases.
The US Treasury lifted sanctions on Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik, his family, and allies, without explaining the move. Dodik, under sanctions since 2017 for defying the Dayton peace accord, was banned from politics in August. Bosnian Serb lawmakers recently appointed an interim president ahead of early elections set for November 23.
Israel struck an arms depot in northern Gaza hours after the deadliest night of bombing since a US-brokered truce began, killing one person. The military said it targeted weapons for an “imminent attack” and would keep removing threats. Gaza officials reported 104 deaths overnight as hopes for the ceasefire faded despite US and Qatari mediation.
Billionaire cable mogul John Malone is stepping down as chairman of Liberty Global and Liberty Media, marking a gradual retreat from his decades-long media empire. CEO Mike Fries will succeed him at Liberty Global, while Robert Bennett takes over at Liberty Media. Malone, the “Cable Cowboy,” will remain chairman emeritus and manage personal ventures.
Boeing reported a $5.4-billion third-quarter loss, hit by a $4.9-billion charge from delays in certifying its 777X aircraft, now rescheduled for 2027. Despite a 30% revenue rise to $23.3 billion and positive cash flow, CEO Kelly Ortberg acknowledged ongoing challenges, citing FAA scrutiny and efforts to stabilize operations and rebuild trust.
Farmers ended their protest and road blockade after Prahar Party leader Bacchu Kadu spoke with CM Devendra Fadnavis and confirmed a meeting in Mumbai today. Kadu said the government discussed debt relief but gave no date. If no positive outcome emerges, protests will resume at the ground venue on October 31, with plans to stop […]
The Telangana govt has given good news for overseas students. It has been decided to release ₹303 crores of overseas scholarship, which has been pending for some time. DCM Bhatti has issued instructions to officials to clear the arrears from 2022 till now. This will provide huge relief to SC, ST, BC, OC and minority […]
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor criticised India’s cricket selectors for excluding Sarfaraz Khan from the India A squad despite his stellar domestic record. Tharoor called the move “an outrage,” saying selectors value IPL performances over first-class consistency. He urged respect for proven talent like Khan, Ajinkya Rahane, and Prithvi Shaw.
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav has stated Bihar has huge potential for progress, and the NDA can only bring development in the state. He also spoke about the Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana scheme and the disbursement of financial assistance of 10,000 to every woman. Yadav added that under PM Modi’s leadership, many religious tourism centres […]
Meteorological officials have issued a red alert for Warangal, Hanmakonda, Siddipet, Mulugu, Mahabubabad, and Jangaon districts for another 24 hours. So, collectors have declared a holiday for all educational institutions there tomorrow. People are advised not to come out of their homes. NDRF teams have been deployed for relief operations.
The International Road Federation (IRF) has raised alarm over multiple deadly sleeper-bus fires that killed over 40 people. The IRF blamed unsafe designs, flammable interiors, and lack of emergency exits. It urged strict enforcement of India’s AIS-052 bus body code and called for mandatory cutting tools in rescue vehicles to ensure quicker passenger evacuation.
Shafali Verma replaced Pratik Rawala, as Pratik was ruled out of the Women’s World Cup due to injury. Shefali said that if she gets a chance to play in the match against the Aussies tomorrow, she will try to play her best game. Shafali added that she will do whatever the team needs. India will […]